Reasons for Adopting Parliamentary System

The adoption of the parliamentary system in India was influenced by a mix of historical legacy and practical considerations. Key reasons include:

• Colonial Legacy: The British colonial administration provided a workable parliamentary model that could be adapted to India’s diverse social fabric.
• Enhanced Accountability: The system ensures that the executive remains answerable to the legislature and, by extension, to the people.
• Flexibility: The ability to call for early elections or form coalition governments allows for dynamic responses to political shifts.
• Inclusiveness: It facilitates the representation of diverse political, cultural, and regional interests in a vast and heterogeneous society.

These factors collectively contributed to the decision to adopt a parliamentary system in India.